"Our Incredible Shrinking Curiosity"

Damn positivists. Yes, this humanist has linked you to an article on scientific research. It's an interesting look at how science has traditionally been about investigating for the sake of knowledge and led to incredible, unexpected discoveries. Now, the focus has shifted to research with specific end goals. Especially as a humanist it's frightening to see that clearly the balance is shifted far away from the favor of those interested in knowledge for knowledge and enrichment. It's also, I think, another testament to the growing animosity to intellectualism we face in this day in age in this ridiculous country. That's right, my rebel status was just elevated.